I am a historian, researching Jamaican, Caribbean and African American history. I am blessed to live in beautiful and exciting Kingston, Jamaica! I have founded a NGO that operates a library, homework and youth center in one of Kingston ghettos, Cassava Piece, to provide free access to education and afternoon care for children as well as adults: (website hidden)

I know Kingston very well, and can provide you with inside knowledge on transportation, shopping, dancehall parties and clubs, restaurants and things to do and see in this fascinating wonderful city! I also know some nice and affordable places in the country side.

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Reviews From Guests

Birte and Peter are really welcoming and laid-back, man...
I found view from the rooftop deck really stunning, and enjoyed watching the sunset with a beer or doing yoga with Birte in the mornings. A well-tended guest house, great kitchen, and lots of opportunities for conversation with others staying at the place.

Birte is a really great host, helping us figure out a lot of the details of arriving to Kingston and moving on to Portland. The house is in a great location, very clean, hot water, etc! All things not to take for granted. And the view is wonderful.

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Birte's place. The room and living quarters were clean, spacious and welcoming. Loved the access to the main parts of the house (ie. Kitchen/dining/laundry/garage areas). The location was quiet, private and away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough (a mile or so) to all the haps (fine dining/eateries, mall/shopping, movies, etc.) all of which we frequented. The views from the balcony were great. We had the get used to the cool water in the shower though (we're use to taking a hot one every night) and there were no additional towels or blankets the 1st night. (Which appeared to be an oversight as Birte and Peter responded immediately when we brought it to their attention). The other house guest were kind, cordial and accommodating as well. We will definitely stay at this location again or at any of the other properties Birte may have available. We look forward to doing so "soon and very soon"!!!

Birte and pete are very generous and easy going hosts. The room I had was very spacious and had an ensuite bathroom. As the hosts were still in the process of doing up the house my room did not yet have a wardrobe but there is desk besides a queen size bed with a great mattress. The house offers great views over kingston but because it is located on the hill it involves some travelling to get there. Walking down to the road to bus and taxi stops takes about 15 min and is a pleasant walk in the morning . If you like exercise you can walk up but after dark not recommendable as there are few street lights . To get back up you can take a route taxi for 100 jam dollars. At the bottom of the hill are busses and route taxis to half way tree and down town. There are also two supermarkets. The house has a great communal kitchen and birte allows you to use her wide variety if herbs and spices. Because the hosts had only recently moved in there were not yet many pots and pans but there was plenty of crockery.

Birte get back to me very quickly when I send my message to rent her room. She was very helpful in giving me all details I needed to reach the place and give me a lot of information about Kingston and the different ways to move in the city.
The room was clean and comfortable.
The only downside is that the house is really big and it's not clearly mentionned on Abnb that Birte don't live in the place and the fact that we have to share the place with 8 others guests : not really the AirBnB spirits :-/

The Experience in Kingston was awesome. Birte was very helpful. The surroundings were safe as well. The room was nice and clean. Overall enjoyed the hospitality of Birte. Chris the Chef was also nice.
Chris and Birte was available for help all the time during our stay.

I stayed in pine guest house for a week when I am in Jamaica for visa stamping. Starting from the time I landed in Jamaica till I left, I got full support from Birte. Reid was very helpful suggested by Birte. The house was amazing and very near to US embassy. Chris ( the chef) at the guest house cooked food at any time for us and he cooked indian food and it was very tasty.
Wifi is best and is similar as in office. This is definitely best and cheap place to stay when someone is in Jamaica. Birte also provided sample interview questions for visa stamping.
This is in a very safe place and police are always there. If I come again I will definitely stay in this place and would suggest anyone o stay here.

From the very first moment I contacted BIRTE I felt warmly welcome to the apartment. The information provided prior to my arrival was perfect. She provided a trusted taxi from airport to the apartment where Birte waited for me. She showed me my room and the shared facilities. Birte is so friendly and provided lot information on local visiting sights. Definitely i felt like a home.
The flat is very nice and it is located in a good and safe area.
There was absolutely nothing to complain in the apartment.
The room was OK size, very clean and tidy.
I'm planning my next trip to Jamaica next year and would definitely stay at Birte's apartment. I have already suggested this place to my friends and family members.
Take care guys! Happy summer!
Keep up the good work..